Light Green Vehicle Project. Truck Utility Lightweight FFR Winch MC2

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1 Light Green Vehicle Project Truck Utility Lightweight FFR Winch MC2

2 Presentation to Australian Defence Force Introduction Rover Australia have developed a concept Light Green Vehicle (LGV) which demonstrates that a commercial model Land Rover Defender can be cost effectively configured locally to supplement the existing Perentie fleet in the role of a Truck Utility Lightweight FFR Winch MC2. The presentation shows the features and specifications of the concept vehicle, which have been derived with input from users of Perentie vehicles that operate in roles similar to those envisaged for this vehicle. The concept vehicle has been developed from the base of a standard diesel manual commercial Land Rover Defender Hard Top which has been locally fitted with military hardware. This concept can be applied to most Perentie vehicle derivatives using Defender 110 commercial base vehicles to substitute for Perentie 4x4 variants and the Defender 130 vehicle base to substitute for Perentie 6x6 vehicles. Vehicle Concept Rover have conceived a low cost substitute GS vehicle based on commercial vehicle platforms. This is in recognition of; fleet liability pressures, high cost of specialist GS vehicles, necessity for any new GS Perentie vehicles to include considerable pattern revision due to component obsolescence. Additionally GS vehicles are not utilised to their full capability for all roles they are required to perform. Mission Kits are proposed to provide Military features currently only available on a GS vehicle. For economic production the detail application of feature will vary from the Perentie GS configuration and the ultimate performance and durability of the product would not be equal to a GS Perentie vehicle. The prototype FFR vehicle has replicated virtually all features of the equivalent Perentie vehicle, it may be appropriate to delete some capability and cost for a production specification depending on the intended usage of the vehicle. Current White vehicle ownership patterns show that it is economic to operate commercial vehicles for 2 to 3 years. This is assumed to equally apply to this concept affording the benefits of; Low vehicle maintenance cost, access to vehicle technological developments, minimised durability exposure. The Mission Kit has been engineered to be transferred from vehicle to vehicle to maximise value of the initial purchase. This approach is used by a number of corporations who require modified vehicles, including the Police. Vehicle support and maintenance would be provided through Rovers network of dealers and existing repair parts arrangements with the ADF. This could be supplemented with direct Army support via a modest conversion programme

3 from Perentie to LGV based on the considerable similarity in design and feature. Design Objectives To demonstrate the LGV concept by producing a 24v FFR vehicle based on the Defender 110 Hard Top with 300 Tdi engine and 5 speed manual gearbox. Additional design objectives were: - Replicate features of equivalent Perentie GS vehicle, with reduced capability where a significant cost penalty occurs. Minimise negative impact on residual value, ease of transfer from vehicle to vehicle. Mission Kit life of 3 vehicle conversions/8 years. Maximise use of Perentie components. New components to be Australian sourced. Capability Variance to Perentie GS vehicle A capability compromise is implicit within this concept. The major areas of variance for this derivative are: - Durability to Commercial standards. Radio capacity, 3 ilo 5, 50 amp alternator ilo 100 and 2 ilo 4 batteries. Hardtop body configuration unable to be quickly re-configured to low silhouette. Reduced in-field support infrastructure. Summary Rover Australia have demonstrated that it is feasible to supply commercially derived vehicles with the features normally only available in a GS Perentie vehicle. The vehicle offers reduced capability compared with a Perentie GS vehicle at a considerable cost saving providing an interim level product to economically supplement the GS vehicle fleet. Detail and photographs of the military features are on the following pages

Controls Standard Military Configuration lighting (normal reduced blackout) is provided Gauges

specification 50 amp suppressed alternator that is adequate to supply the three radios that can

Rear Interior Tyre Inflation: A 12-volt electric air compressor with hose is mounted in the rear

bin (with map pouch) is mounted on the LHS above the wheelbox Blackout Roll down external

4 Controls Standard Military Configuration lighting (normal reduced blackout) is provided Gauges provided include an ammeter and hour meter Alternator The vehicle is fitted with a UK MOD NATO specification 50 amp suppressed alternator that is adequate to supply the three radios that can be fitted. A Hand Throttle is also fitted to maintain optimal engine rpm for battery charging. Rear Interior Tyre Inflation: A 12-volt electric air compressor with hose is mounted in the rear body Security Locker: Mounted below the radio frame (Perentie) CES Tool Bin: A large capacity bin (with map pouch) is mounted on the LHS above the wheelbox Blackout Roll down external blackout curtains (Perentie canvas) are fitted on both sides. These are supplemented with internal curtains of PVC

Chassis Rear Std NATO towing pintle and trailer plug (Perentie) Rear differential cover and convoy

Fold up rear step Bull Bar Aluminum bull bar incorporating jacking stations with removable

Heli Lift Rings (UK MOD) FFR Batteries Two Perentie FFR Batteries on LHS of body.

Four Perentie antenna mounts on rear body Cab Roof Fitted with roof rack of marine ply construction

5 Chassis Rear Std NATO towing pintle and trailer plug (Perentie) Rear differential cover and convoy light (Perentie) Trailer Safety Chain Brackets (Bushranger) Heli Lift Rings (UK MOD). Fold up rear step Bull Bar Aluminum bull bar incorporating jacking stations with removable emergency towing points. Steering protector bar Tie down points. Heli Lift Rings (UK MOD) FFR Batteries Two Perentie FFR Batteries on LHS of body. Hinged flap with slide out battery tray for easy access ( Perentie). Provision for two extra on RHS. Four Perentie antenna mounts on rear body Cab Roof Fitted with roof rack of marine ply construction to minimise solar load In addition to the Pioneer tools fitted to the RHS rear, the roof rack can carry cam nets/poles ileasily accessed by a ladder fitted to the S rear body

6 Front Seats Front seats fully adjustable with head restraints and 3 point harnesses Seat covers pull on type DPP canvas Mesh steel cargo barrier fitted behind front seats to protect occupants Rear Seats Two man fold up seat in longitudinal position Lap seat belts Fold away safety net between seats and radio frames CES tool bin is fitted with stowage strap for securing packs for admin moves Communications Three Raven frames are sub frame mounted behind rear body bulkhead Internal rear body lighting blue and white lights (Bush Ranger I) Blackout curtain (roll up) fitted between radio frames and cargo barrier Vehicle Front Bonnet cover provides stowage for soft items such as cam nets and webbing Two unit sign holders fitted to bull bar Bull bar is fitted with additional side and indicator lights

Seats Two man fold up seat in longitudinal position Lap seat belts Fold away safety net between

Communications Three Raven frames are sub frame mounted behind rear body bulkhead Internal rear body

frames and cargo barrier Vehicle Front Bonnet cover provides stowage for soft items such as cam nets

7 Front Seats Front seats fully adjustable with head restraints and 3 point harnesses Seat covers pull on type DPP canvas Mesh steel cargo barrier fitted behind front seats to protect occupants Rear Seats Two man fold up seat in longitudinal position Lap seat belts Fold away safety net between seats and radio frames CES tool bin is fitted with stowage strap for securing packs for admin moves Communications Three Raven frames are sub frame mounted behind rear body bulkhead Internal rear body lighting blue and white lights (Bush Ranger I) Blackout curtain (roll up) fitted between radio frames and cargo barrier Vehicle Front Bonnet cover provides stowage for soft items such as cam nets and webbing Two unit sign holders fitted to bull bar Bull bar is fitted with additional side and indicator lights

Mobility Front mounted Warn electric winch 9000lb capacity operated via a remote cable control

filter life under extreme conditions Rear Body Exterior Spare wheel mounted on rear door with

shovel fitted to RHS rear of body Rear Body Interior Fire extinguisher 1.

same position as in service vehicles Jerry can holders provision for two in rear body Cab Steyr

8 Mobility Front mounted Warn electric winch 9000lb capacity operated via a remote cable control which plugs into a grille mounted plug Raised air intake - a snorkel is fitted to maximize filter life under extreme conditions Rear Body Exterior Spare wheel mounted on rear door with canvas cover Jerry can holder one external on LHS rear body High mounted stoplight De-ditching shovel fitted to RHS rear of body Rear Body Interior Fire extinguisher 1.5kg dry chemical one in rear body, one in cab Power distribution box Perentie type fitted in same position as in service vehicles Jerry can holders provision for two in rear body Cab Steyr weapon stowage provision for two in cab and two in rear body Heater demister and wiper motor suppressed Perentie type Mesh door pockets

9 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Type 4 cylinder, turbocharged and intercooled direct injection diesel Capacity 2495cc Bore x stroke 90.5 x 97mm Compression ratio 19.5: 1 Max power 3800rpm Max torque rpm TRANSMISSION 5 speed manual R380 gearbox Transfer box giving permanent four-wheel drive and lockable centre differential Transfer ratios Gear ratios High : 1 1 st : 1 Low : 1 2 nd : 1 Final drive ratio 3.54 : 1 3 rd : 1 4 th : 1` 5 th : 1 Rev : 1 SUSPENSION Live beam axles front and rear Front Long travel dual rate coil springs and Panhard rod Rear Long travel single rate springs and A frame WHEELS 6.50J x 16 TYRES BRAKES STEERING CHASSIS BODY Michelin XZL Power assisted discs (front ventilated) Handbrake: drum acting on all four wheels via transfer box Power-assisted worm and roller, hydraulic shock absorber 4.0 turns lock to lock Turning circle: 12.8m Box section, ladder configuration. Electrophoretically corrosion-proofed 2mm welded steel Panels of lightweight, rust proof aluminium alloy Approach angle 50 deg Departure angle 35 deg Ramp break-over angle 152 deg DIMENSIONS Length 4438mm Wheelbase 2794mm Width 1790mm Track 1525mm Height 2059mm Ground Clearance 215mm WEIGHTS Unladen mass: 2220kg Gross vehicle mass Front axle (max) 1200kg 1580kg* Rear axle (max) 1850kg 2200kg* (*optional) Total 3050kg 3500kg* Defence and Government Sales 09/98

RG Colorado National Media Launch Tuesday 12 June 2012 PRODUCT INFORMATION

RG Colorado National Media Launch Tuesday 12 June 2012 PRODUCT INFORMATION HIGHLIGHTS All-new generation light truck platform and design Designed and developed by global team led by GM Brazil Bigger, bolder